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Quake-shattered church a 'rare heritage survivor'

CTV News Story - YMCA Art

Christchurch quake survivors lives irrevocably changed

For Richard Austin, coming home was the worst. The washing was folded on the couch, his wife's jacket draped over a chair. She could have just walked down to the dairy for a bottle of milk.

'Sheer violence' of earthquake remembered by tattooist Matt Parkin

Matt Parkin was the owner of tattoo studio Southern Ink on a block in Colombo St between St Asaph and Tuam streets.

Concern for the Wellbeing of Those with Unsettled Claims

Growing Concern for the Wellbeing of Those with Unsettled EQC And Insurance Claims

Research: Quake claims = health problems

Cantabrians with unsettled quake claims are more likely to argue with their partner, have health issues and experience financial problems, new research shows.

Antigua St footbridge back over Avon River

The Antigua St footbridge has returned to arc over the Avon River once more.

No compensation for home lost in quake

Helen Kraal lost her home in the earthquakes but an insurance loophole means she won't be fully compensated.

'I will always be indebted to my wife'

I was employed as the sales manager at CTV  on Tuesday February 22, 2011. My wife was employed as a fitness instructor at the QE11 stadium.

Themes – ‘Mood Disorders’ – 25th February 2015

With Vito Nonumalo, Service Manager MHAPS Peer Support team Low mood is a natural part of people’s life experience, it is a part of being human and so we cannot expect to remain positive and motivated all of the time. Quite apart from everyday life however there are traumatic events that affect our mood, especially...

Feedback sought on short-listed Earthquake Memorial designs

Comments on the ICNZ Revised Fair Insurance Code - Part 1

An initial reading of the Revised Code creates the impression of it being a reasonable document. If you were not familiar with what had happened with insurance claims post-earthquake a second glance would seem unnecessary. To not take a second look at the words used, but bask in the warmth and comfort promised by the publicity hype, would be a dangerous oversight. Dangerous because

'The second quake hit and we thought this was the end'

We'll certainly never forget the week commencing February 20, 2011. Our 50th wedding anniversary was due on February 24.

EQC holdups delay work

Insurance Australia Group (IAG) has indicated it can't settle Canterbury's over-cap earthquake claims any faster unless the Earthquake Commission gets quicker first.

Godley Statue reinstated in Cathedral Square

The statue of John Robert Godley, founder of the Canterbury settlement, has been reinstated in Cathedral Square.

Survey of Canterbury repairs underway

Gerry Brownlee | Building and Housing

Mt Pleasant News 18 Feb 2015

Want to Sponsor A Square Foot but don’t know how? If you would like join the campaign to rebuild Mt Pleasant’s Community Centre you can find out all the information […]

CTV News - Tuesday 17th February

Animal welfare still an issue four years on from quakes

The repercussions of the earthquakes that struck Canterbury four years ago could still be having a detrimental effect on the city’s animals, according to University of Canterbury’s Associate Professor Annie Potts.

'I was at work when it happened. And the world froze.'

It's the question that gets asked a lot at this time of year. Certain events always stick in your mind and now as the four year anniversary approached ... where was I on February 22, 2011 at 12.51pm?

'I was at work when it happened. The world froze.'

It's the question that gets asked a lot at this time of year. Certain events always stick in your mind and now as the four year anniversary approached ... where was I on February 22, 2011 at 12.51pm?

Public say on $9.2m Cathedral Square revamp

The city council and the Christchurch Central Development Unit (CCDU) say they will engage with the public before embarking on a multimillion-dollar redesign of Cathedral Square.

Feedback sought on short-listed Earthquake Memorial designs

CTV News Segment - Vero

Foo Fighters spring surprise show on New Zealand fans

Dave Grohl, frontman for US rockers Foo Fighters, is a man who likes surprises - and he's just sprung one on his band's Kiwi fans.Grohl and the Foos have confirmed they'll play a smaller sideshow before their highly anticipated show.

February 22, 2011: Four years on

Christchurch will soon be marking the fourth anniversary of the deadly .

Earthquake Memorial Announcement, 17 February 2015

Earthquake Memorial Announcement, 17 February 2015

CTV collapse prosecution pending

The decision on whether police will prosecute anybody over the collapse of the CTV building will need to jump through many hoops before a result later this year.

Feedback sought on short-listed Earthquake Memorial designs

Nicky Wagner | Canterbury Earthquake Recovery

Christchurch earthquake memorial designs unveiled

The six shortlisted designs for the multi-million dollar Canterbury Earthquake Memorial have been unveiled.

Lynched - Monday 16th February

Milestone opening for Lyttelton's summer pool

With the opening of Lyttelton’s Norman Kirk Memorial Pool at 11am on Friday 20 February, Christchurch has a full complement of outdoor pools for the first time since before the 2011 earthquakes.

CTV News: First at Five - Monday 16th February

The Revised Fair Insurance Code

There has been a flurry of insurance related developments this month.

Lloyd's pays out $4.2b for NZ quakes

Global insurance giant Lloyd's has paid out $4.2 billion for the Canterbury earthquakes, expects to pay a further $1.6 billion and remains committed to New Zealand.

Disaster insurance 'flawed'

New Zealand's dual insurance system has been deemed inefficient by a leading insurance company, following the Canterbury earthquakes.A report by Vero insurance and Deloitte Access Economics - Four Years On: 

Christchurch Hospital's emergency department ailing from extra visitors

A surge in rebuild workers visiting Christchurch Hospital's emergency department (ED) may be straining a health system already stretched to its limits.

Todd Foundation to fund a vibrant central city for youth

Release: Todd Foundation

EQC backs Vero on quake claim model review

EQC says it has been talking to insurers about sharing the load in dealing with claims, after one of insurer Vero's top executives has pointed to delays resulting from New Zealand's dual-managed system.

EQC supports call for disaster insurance model discussion

EVENT: Foo Fighters Concert Wednesday February 18

Road users are advised that on the Foo Fighters will perform at AMI Stadium. Road users should allow additional time for travelling into and through this area from 3pm onwards.

Private Insurers Pay Out $14 Billion Settling Canterbury Earthquake Claims

Private insurers have paid out almost $14 billion in settling Canterbury earthquake claims, with more than 80% of all Canterbury earthquake commercial and out of scope claims completely settled.

Insurers settle 57 per cent of Christchurch quake claims

Four years after Christchurch's devastating earthquake on February 22, 2011, private insurers say they have settled 57 per cent of residential insurance claims over the Earthquake Commission's $100,000 "cap".By the end of last year,...

CBD – Available Routes Map 15th Feb – 22nd Feb

For available routes around the Central City please find below the CBD network map.

YMCA gets $1m for urban culture space

A $1 million redevelopment of the YMCA base in Christchurch will provide a new central city hang-out and creative space for the city's young people.

Many quake claimants remain in EQC limbo

Almost four years may have passed but many Canterbury homeowners still need answers on their earthquake claims.

Packe St Park AGM

Location: 587 Barbadoes St Time: March 9 at 7pm Description: Learn about the development plan for the community gardens and how the community can help make it happen. Old friends, construction people, fund raisers and new members are especially welcome. Bring a …

Packe Street park at crossroads

The community gardens in Packe Street is looking for more volunteers, funds and a paid co-ordinator to prepare the gardens for the next generation. It’s time for a second team of willing workers to come on board at the 19-year-old …

INCIDENT – Tuam Street CLOSED by Hospital

Police have closed streets around Christchurch Hospital. Tuam Street from Hagley Ave to Antigua Street is CLOSED Antigua Street is CLOSED north of St Asaph Street. Please avoid the area.

INCIDENT – Tuam Street OPEN

Police have closed streets around Christchurch Hospital. Tuam Street from Hagley Ave to Antigua Street is now OPEN Antigua Street is OPEN north of St Asaph Street.  

Disaster rebuild, the Japanese way

You can tell the tears are not far away. Mine are close too, the first pinpricks of salt water stinging my eyes.

Disaster rebuild, the Japanese way

You can tell the tears are not far away. Mine are close too, the first pinpricks of salt water stinging my eyes.

End of home-repair programme shock to staff

Concerns have been raised about a sudden end to a Fletcher earthquake home-repair programme for contracted staff at the end of April.

Fly on the Wall in the SR Boardroom – Latest Results

Wow this out today (12/02/2015):  Progress_to_the_end_of_January_2015 Total claim settlements for January 2015 = 44 12 Rebuilds completed + 22 Major Repairs completed + 12 cash settlements. However they got another 38 new claims from EQC – That equals net progress of 6 settled claims, hence they are stuck on 56% of claims settled, ie the […]

Expats funnel $6 million into Christchurch rebuild

An offshore trust set up by expats is set to close after funelling over $6 million into the Christchurch rebuild.

Expats funnel $6 million into Christchurch rebuild

An offshore trust set up by expats is set to close after funelling over $6 million into the Christchurch rebuild.

EQM 2378 - The Memorial Wall

On Wednesday 13 May 2015, the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery, Hon Gerry Brownlee announced The Memorial Wall as the selected design for the Canterbury Earthquake Memorial. Designed by Slovenian architect, Grega Vezjak, The Memorial Wall design resonated well with the families of those who died in the earthquake, the seriously injured and the people of Canterbury.

Coffey’s fourth annual lawn bowls tournament

It’s that time again and here in the Christchurch office we are busy preparing for our annual afternoon of bowling and socialising at the Burnside Lawn Bowls Club. Like previous years, we will play a knock–out tournament with teams of four and prizes for winners, losers, and the best–dressed. Please RSVP to Tess Martin as soon as […]

Quake bus musical script to be changed

The creator of a musical about the Christchurch earthquake has tried to appease real-life victims by removing references to the fatal No 3 bus ride.

Almost 4 Years On, Answers Around EQC and Insurance Claims Still Needed

As some move forward positively, a significant number of Cantabrians still have questions and need support around earthquake claims.